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Power Systems Test Engineer, Protection & Commissioning · Midwest (remote)

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This is a field engineering role testing and commissioning protection and control systems for electric utility customers across the upper Midwest. You'll work from home and drive to substations across your territory.What you'll do• Test and commission protective relays, control schemes and substation equipment on transmission and distribution systems.• Troubleshoot, run start-ups and collect test data on HV equipment.• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and DC elementaries.• Work independently on site, and report findings to customers and project leads.What you bring• 3–5+ years in utility or substation relay testing and commissioning.• Hands-on experience with relay test sets and relay software (SEL, GE or similar).• A bachelor's degree in EE or a related field, or equivalent experience. NETA certification is not required.• Comfort with flexible hours, weekends and frequent driving.• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.Pay & benefits: Competitive hourly pay plus overtime. Company vehicle, full benefits and 401(k) match.Location: Remote, home-based in northern Illinois, eastern Wisconsin or Michigan's Upper Peninsula · Travel: daily regional travel to utility sites, with occasional out-of-state work

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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